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« on: March 03, 2012, 02:30:41 PM »
Over the last few weeks, my depression and anxiety have been overwhelming me. I had literally reached rock bottom, and I skipped more and more treatments, and finally stopped dialysis completely. I went for about a week with no dialysis, and last Sunday I began to get very sick. It was then that the Lord gave me a nudge, and I realized that this just isn't right. I was too weak to get my own dialysis machine going, so I called an ambulance to come and get me. After five dialysis treatments in six days, I was released from the hospital and I feel much better. My doctor said that my potassium was so high, I probably would have died within 24 hours. I'm now getting treatment for my depression, and for the first time in quite a while, I feel like I have some hope for the future, and I feel I'm less likely to skip treatments. Please continue to pray for me.
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-Diagnosed with ESRD (born with one kidney, hypertension killed it) Jan 21st, 2007
-Started dialysis four days later in hospital (Baxter 1550-I think, then Gambro Phoenix)
-Started in-centre dialysis Feb 6th 2007 (Fres. 2008H)
-Started home hemo June 5th 2007 (NxStage/Pureflow)
-PD catheter placed June 6th 2008 (Bye bye NxStage, at least for now)
-Started CAPD July 4th, 2008
-PD catheter removed Dec 2, 2008-PD just wouldn't work, so I'm back on NxStage
-Kidney function improved enough to go off dialysis, Feb. 2011!!!!!
-Back on dialysis (still NxStage) July 2011 :(
-In-centre self-care dialysis March 2012 (Fresenius 2008K)
-Not on transplant list yet.


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« Reply #1 on: March 03, 2012, 02:38:44 PM »
Dear Adam, I will ask my dad to pray for you, but I'm hopefull that the meds will help.

Keep strong, love Cas
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« Reply #2 on: March 03, 2012, 02:55:15 PM »

Dear Adam,

I do hope the medicine will help and I am so glad
that right now you feel like you have some hope for the future
and you feel less likely to skip dialysis treatments.

I am thinking of you and I send you all my best wishes,
 
Kristina  :grouphug;

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« Reply #3 on: March 03, 2012, 03:08:51 PM »
My prayers are with you and so glad you got that nudge. Keep getting stronger. Hugs
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« Reply #4 on: March 03, 2012, 03:12:43 PM »
Adam, I am so sorry you had to get so low before starting back up again. Depression is simply awful. I'm glad that you are being treated.

Please take care of yourself.  :grouphug;

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« Reply #5 on: March 03, 2012, 03:13:49 PM »
Adam you are added to my prayer list and please come to IHD because we understand and can talk things out.

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« Reply #6 on: March 03, 2012, 03:43:57 PM »
I'm so glad you acted on that nudge, Adam.  When you're feeling depressed, it's hard to remember that the Lord is with you.  All of us here are with you too.  I'll be praying for you.  All the best to you.
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« Reply #7 on: March 03, 2012, 04:16:42 PM »
Glad to hear that things are on the 'up'
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« Reply #8 on: March 03, 2012, 04:51:49 PM »
Depression can be really tough. I struggle with it myself. I'm glad you're ok and didn't die. Is there any chance you can start seeing a psychologist? It can be very helpful having someone to talk to.
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« Reply #9 on: March 03, 2012, 05:12:33 PM »
 Adam I will pray for you. Depression is such a terrible disease. I've been dealing with it myself as of late. No weapon formed against you shall prosper. I have no doubt many prayers will be sent up for you. God Bless, Bill
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« Reply #10 on: March 03, 2012, 05:44:09 PM »
 :grouphug; :grouphug; :grouphug;
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« Reply #11 on: March 03, 2012, 05:44:35 PM »
 :grouphug; caring thoughts to you Adam, and you too BigBill and Jean.  A happy day is in the mail for you, soon to arrive.  (If only the mail worked that way). 
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« Reply #12 on: March 03, 2012, 07:27:47 PM »
I myself and seeing a psycologist and it really helps.
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May 19, 2009, went to doctor for severe nausea
May 20, 2009, admited to hospital for kidney failure
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May 25, 2009, permacath was placed
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« Reply #13 on: March 03, 2012, 08:05:39 PM »
I'll be seeing a psychiatrist on Monday and I will be receiving a combination of proper medication and therapy. I think it will really help. Plus I'm getting more support from friends and family.
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-Diagnosed with ESRD (born with one kidney, hypertension killed it) Jan 21st, 2007
-Started dialysis four days later in hospital (Baxter 1550-I think, then Gambro Phoenix)
-Started in-centre dialysis Feb 6th 2007 (Fres. 2008H)
-Started home hemo June 5th 2007 (NxStage/Pureflow)
-PD catheter placed June 6th 2008 (Bye bye NxStage, at least for now)
-Started CAPD July 4th, 2008
-PD catheter removed Dec 2, 2008-PD just wouldn't work, so I'm back on NxStage
-Kidney function improved enough to go off dialysis, Feb. 2011!!!!!
-Back on dialysis (still NxStage) July 2011 :(
-In-centre self-care dialysis March 2012 (Fresenius 2008K)
-Not on transplant list yet.


"Don't live for dialysis, use dialysis to LIVE"
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« Reply #14 on: March 04, 2012, 03:53:41 AM »
Adam you poor thing, letting your self get so low. I am pleased you got the nudge and that you are getting support now, don't let this happen again or we will slap your wrist.      :Kit n Stik; :Kit n Stik; Hope you go on all right to-morrow. let us know. Sending hugs.
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« Reply #15 on: March 04, 2012, 07:23:37 AM »
Adam so glad you decided to take that sharp turn on your road of life.   

I've been thinking that depression is something everyone in the IHD family has to deal with now and again.  Been there done that often. 

love ya
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« Reply #16 on: March 04, 2012, 07:46:42 AM »
How fabulous that the nudge came just in time ... so pleased you're getting help to get through this now.

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« Reply #17 on: March 04, 2012, 01:51:07 PM »
 :cuddle; Love you Adam, thanks for staying with us.
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« Reply #18 on: March 05, 2012, 10:14:49 AM »
Try to stay busy with your hobbies, that helps.
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« Reply #19 on: March 05, 2012, 10:23:37 AM »
 :pray; :pray; &  :grouphug;  to you Adam.

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« Reply #20 on: March 06, 2012, 07:12:39 AM »
I've been to that low spot and it sucks. I've never taken it as far as you did but I'm happy to hear that you got help and you didn't die. Depression sucks and so does kidney disease. The two mixed together REALLY suck. Just remember you have friends here that care aout you.
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« Reply #21 on: March 06, 2012, 07:23:16 AM »
Isn't it wonderful that the Lord is so faithful to us?  I'm so glad you are getting the help you need.   :grouphug;
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« Reply #22 on: March 06, 2012, 09:49:47 AM »
Glad to hear you are coming out of it!!!
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« Reply #23 on: March 06, 2012, 11:36:36 AM »
 :grouphug;  Sorry that you are feeling bad right now.  Things will improve.  I just wanted to give you a BIG hug!
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« Reply #24 on: March 07, 2012, 07:33:01 AM »
I know might take a little while for things to turn around for you. Hang in there. We're all rooting for you!  :grouphug;
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